An interesting essay -- rant? manifesto? editorial? post? -- about turning ourselves into brands. Most online marketing types think that this is how you succeed as an artist (or whatever). Branding, branding, branding! Sell yourself! All. The. Time!

But this writer disagrees. Many of you might pull something from all this. Or not. Presented without further comment:

http://www.maureenjohnsonbooks.com/2010/06/08/manifesto/